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What it's like working as a student ambassador

04 September 2023

I'm in my third year at Falmouth University pursuing my BA(Hons) in Animation studies. Despite my ro...

What it's like working as a student ambassador
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Ola Røyseland

Meet Norwegian filmmaker Ola Røyseland

08 September 2023

Ola Røyseland is a filmmaker, educator, production company founder and student on Falmouth’s Film...

Meet Norwegian filmmaker Ola Røyseland
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My top 5 favourite things about student life in Falmouth

07 December 2022

Sustainable Tourism Management BA(Hons) student Lucy shares her favourite things about student life ...

My top 5 favourite things about student life in Falmouth
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Students at Koofi cafe

Budgeting tips from a Falmouth student

02 June 2023

Find tips on how to budget while studying at Falmouth.

Budgeting tips from a Falmouth student
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How university helped to build my confidence

26 May 2023

Find out how university helped one student to build confidence and individuality.

How university helped to build my confidence

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All you need to know about studying at Falmouth straight from our students

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Getting industry experience while studying at Falmouth

02 May 2024

Deciding to go to university is a huge step for many students and choosing a course can be an even

Getting industry experience while studying at Falmouth
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Penryn Campus Pano 2021

How I picked up industry experience while studying

02 May 2024

Falmouth University is a great place to study if you want to get experience in the industry. The

How I picked up industry experience while studying
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Fashion Photography student taking photo in studio

Getting industry experience while studying at Falmouth

02 May 2024

Work experience is a daunting but rewarding experience. Having work experience while at university

Getting industry experience while studying at Falmouth
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My experience with the Support Services at Falmouth

29 February 2024

Hi, I’m Caitlin and I’m a second year Musical Theatre student. In this blog post I’m going to be

My experience with the Support Services at Falmouth
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Fashion Photography student taking photo in studio

How you can make industry connections while studying at Falmouth

24 January 2024

Moving to a University that is based in a small seaside town, such as Falmouth, may leave you

How you can make industry connections while studying at Falmouth
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Building industry connections while studying at Falmouth

24 January 2024

As a student, making industry connections is so important and throughout my time at Falmouth

Building industry connections while studying at Falmouth
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A week in the life of a Falmouth Illustration BA(Hons) student

23 January 2024

Tom shares what a typical week could look like as an Illustration student.

A week in the life of a Falmouth Illustration BA(Hons) student
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What's it like to study at a creative University

13 December 2023

As I reflect on the past year and a half I’ve spent studying at Falmouth University, I feel

What's it like to study at a creative University
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What it's like being an online student and a full-time parent

06 December 2023

This piece was written by Interior Design BA(Hons) (Online) student Lajeela about her experiences of

What it's like being an online student and a full-time parent
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What is it like to study at a creative University?

04 December 2023

For me, the prospect of going to a creative university was daunting. I came from a background of

What is it like to study at a creative University?
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Revolutionising fashion education: Meet Sustainable Fashion student Mitchell Vassie

27 November 2023

Mitchell Vassie is a fashion designer, creative director, fashion lecturer and student on Falmouth’s

Revolutionising fashion education: Meet Sustainable Fashion student Mitchell Vassie
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Rich Scott

Why I chose to study MA Film & Television online

01 November 2023

Film & Television MA (Online) student Rich Scott tells us all about why he chose to study for his

Why I chose to study MA Film & Television online

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Get to know the people behind our student stories. If you're looking for a student's-eye-view of Falmouth life, our content creators have got you covered. 

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